Yumi’s Cells: Ep 14 Closing Remarks

I’m highlighting @Welmaris’ post because she speaks for me. An open ending often alienates us, viewers who seek a conclusive happily-ever-after with Prince Charming. We have an insistent and pessimistic voice in our heads that keeps warning us, “She must end up with the guy now or she’ll never find another one like him.” But […]

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Yumi’s Cells 2: Eps 11 & 12 Open Thread

Last four more episodes. gifs from gifetc’s tumblr source: gifetc’s tumblr Aaaah. So this is how she matures. She’s reached that stage of self-awareness or self-understanding where she can decide objectively and calmly the best approach to resolve an emotional upheaval. With a clear view of her long-term goals, she can reason with her Love […]

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Yumi’s Cells 2: Eps 9 & 10 Open Thread

The thread is now open. When I see this, source: koreandragon’s tumblr I can’t help remembering that the actress Kim GoEun once dated this old man, Shin HaKyun, in 2016-2017 while filming “Goblin” with Gong Yoo. source: swallowedabug’s tumgir I don’t do “ships” because an actress’ taste in lovers in real life may be as […]

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Yumi’s Cells 2: Eps 7 & 8 Open Thread

The thread is open. I’m still working on my Ep 5 review. There’s a delay because it isn’t one of my “Quick Takes.” I’m planning on explaining the flow of the story as I understand it. But go on ahead without me. I’ll post when I’m ready. Gifs from liveasbutterflies’ tumblr. source: liveasbutterflies’ tumblr lol. […]

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Yumi’s Cells 2: Ep 4 My Quick Errand

That’s what Yumi intended: a quick errand to drop off the rice cooker to the buyer. Babi: Yumi, let’s go together, then. I’ll give you a ride. Yumi: (thinking) No. Let’s not be pathetic in front of him, Yumi. (aloud) No. No. I’ll be right back. It’ll take less than 30 minutes. I’ll be right […]

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Yumi’s Cells 2: Ep 3 My Quick Kiss

Errr… Takes! I mean “My Quick Takes”! The Babi kiss is undeniably distracting. 1. The “FOMO” Cell This is the first time in the drama that I was underwhelmed by the portrayal of the Cells. Love Cell is understandably reluctant to love again because she worries about getting hurt. Once bitten, twice shy. In her […]

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Yumi’s Cells 2: Ep 2 Quick Takes

Note: if the thread is password-protected, don’t panic. 🙂 Often, it means I’m still missing screenshots or gifs but I had to post the thread so it would appear in the right order or sequence on the blog. 1. On the Rebound I like how the writer showed – not told — us what a […]

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Yumi’s Cells 2: Episode 1 My Quick Takes

Episode 1, entitled “Cool Goodbyes,” is divided into three chapters. The first chapter begins with an imperative to “End the Relationship.” Immediately there’s contrast between Woong’s black and white image and Yumi’s colored world. While they’re sitting in the café, only Yumi is in color. As they walk to the fountain, the visuals continues. The […]

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